Assignment task:
Theoretical Explanations
For the assignment this week, you will identify and explain the general concepts of biological, psychological, and sociological theories about drug use and abuse. Once you have done that, discuss how each of the specific theories out of the three areas (anomie, differential association, psychoanalytic theory, operant conditioning, behavior modification) explain why an individual would choose to use drugs. Finally, choose the theory that you think best explains why an individual would choose to use drugs and explain why. Be sure to include a discussion of relevant concepts and examples to support your choice.
Your paper should be a few pages of written text.